It only takes one skydive to get you hooked. And once you are hooked there are many types of skydiving and parachuting to try out, offering bigger, better and just different thrills than a standard skydive. If you’re thinking about trying it or have made your first jump and are…

Have you ever gotten off at the wrong bus stop? Probably. But did you turn around and blame the bus driver for your mistake? Probably not. As a skydiver, however, you’ve probably done exactly that – by exiting the plane at an inappropriate time, then accusing the pilot of ‘giving…

Over the last couple of years Sophie Harper has been on an interesting journey. She has gone from having zero skydives to being well on the way to becoming a skydiving instructor. Below, Sophie talks about her experience – be prepared to be jealous she has had an exciting time…. Why she’s becoming…

Occupying the extreme south-western point of the European mainland, the Algarve is a rugged outcrop of Portugal that’s popular for sun, sea and fun. In this guide to Algarve adventure holidays we summarise what’s on offer and ask; is it the best multi-activity destination? Guide to Algarve adventure holidays With a…

Like many extreme sports, skydiving comes with its own lexicon of technical and slang terms that can be confusing to beginners. That’s why we’ve compiled this skydiving glossary of terms to help you feel at home when you’re learning how to jump. No skydiving glossary of terms can be 100%…

Interlaken, a jewel in the centre of Switzerland, is one of those places that stays in your memory forever: wide, café-studded boulevards; lushly manicured gardens; cliff-fringed edges; cobblestone roads winding through town. Of course, if cafés and cobblestones don’t really do it for you then perhaps you are more interested in Interlaken skydive…

This week it is all about the spring snow. We have four new, end of season ski and snowboard holiday deals, that could save you hundreds of pounds for a trip to big name resorts such as Val d’Isere, Meribel, Courchevel and Les Arcs. Plus (of course!) there is still…

Take your pick from three new late season ski deals, including a luxury stay in Val d’Isere that includes five days of ski clinics. There’s also a range late availability adventure holidays, including fishing in Canada, kayaking in Croatia, climbing in the UK and hiking in Bulgaria. So have a…

Are you a set-it-and-forget-it skydiver? I’ve got news for you: your packer’s job is to get your parachute into your magical backpack, not to maintain your skydiving gear. You’ll need to take a more proactive role if you want your shiny, expensive lifesaving kit to last as long as you…

This week, we’ve added four new late availability action sport holidays, that range from skiing and snowboarding in France to scuba diving in Fiji, and kayaking in Croatia to horseriding in Utah. As always old deals that are still valid are also included giving you eleven more late availability options…

Tandem Skydive over one of the most beautiful dropzones in the world and experience the adrenaline kick that you waited for so long skydiving in Croatia. A free fall over the Adriatic Sea at a speed of 200 km/h will not leave you indifferent. Then en… Sorry but only AWE365…

This week’s late availability adventure travel deals in March and April, includes huge savings to get you off on your next adventure. With eight new deals ranging from skiing to skydiving and cycling to hiking, plus five old ones still valid there is sure to be something that suits your…

When it comes to skydiving, Switzerland has one of the poshest pedigrees in Europe: legendary landscapes, pristine planes and lush grass for landings. Here’s our guide to Switzerland skydiving holidays and tandem Swiss skydive options. Where to skydive in Switzerland Switzerland has around 20 permanent skydiving dropzones which are scattered throughout the country. These range…

Whether you want a once in a lifetime experience, excitement for a stag weekend, or fancy trying something adventurous, the UK has some great locations for extreme sports with excellent guiding and instruction. But what are the best extreme activities in the UK? TOAD (The Online Activity Directory) is a new way of finding the activities in the…

If you are a thrill seeker, adrenaline junky or extreme sports addict then at some point you will probably want to learn to skydive. A little research and you’ll discover the AFF (accelerated freefall) course, and want to know more. So in this article we answer the common question what is the AFF course? Learn…

Many years ago I discovered that living dangerously thrilled me. I started off mountain climbing, but soon learned that soaring over mountains is the real way to earn your stripes. Skydiving and travel are my passion, so to share my passions I’ve put together 10 of the World’s best skydiving holiday destinations. I learnt to…

Unfortunately Istanbul skydiving is not possible as there are no dropzones in the city or even that close to the city. However there are dropzones in Turkey meaning that skydiving is possible. The closest dropzone to Istanbul is in Ankara which is 450km east. Other dropzones in Turkey include Selçuk Efes Havaalanı near…

Why jump at Midwest Freefall? Well, because it balances excellent facilities with a friendly, laid-back, community-centered vibe. The atmosphere is as warm as a family living room, but one with all the skydiving trimmings. There’s cosy carpeted indoor packing, space to lounge between loads, free Wi-Fi, a rigging loft, flat…

Why jump at the Long Island Skydiving Center? If you’re staying in New York City, then it’s a simple matter of convenience. Uniquely in the region, you don’t even need a car to stop by this DZ from the Big Apple, making it the easiest New York dropzone by train. It’s…

Why jump at Skydive South Shore? The answer is simple: views, views and more views. The panorama from the air at Skydive South Shore includes 360˚ vistas of the Gotham skyline, Fire Island, the Hamptons and the Atlantic Ocean. It’s also the closest skydive to New York. In fact, it’s…

Why jump at Jump Town? For one, it’s one of the world’s most unique skydiving operations. Jump Town Skydiving boasts some serious historical significance: it was America’s very first commercial skydiving location making it the oldest dropzone in the USA. Secondly, and very uniquely, the DZ is more of a…

Why jump at Skydive the Wasatch? For two main reasons: Gorgeous views and an authentic community spirit. The ride to altitude skims the snow-capped all-season playground of the Wasatch Front, providing every skydive with a postcard backdrop for an incredible scenic skydive in Utah. The DZ is Utah’s newest (and…

Not all backpacks in Australia contain a week’s worth of socks and a small selection of stuffed koalas for the folks back home. Some of them are magical: the kind with parachutes folded carefully inside. Most carriers of the former type, of course, are keen to try out the latter….

James Bradshaw is one of a rare breed – a repeat tandem skydiver. Here, he tells his story about how he came to love the sport of freefall, parachuting and skydiving. We’ve asked him a few questions about his experiences as a repeat tandem skydiver, which James has been kind…

Want your first skydive to be comfortable as well as thrilling? Then listen up. You’ll need to look beyond the oversimplified information you already have. Most tandem skydiving operations give some version or other of the same spiel. Namely to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. But that’s not…

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